Li Chong stood to the side, watching Situ Nanzhao's ever-changing expressions, feeling speechless.
I thought to myself: Why are you doing this? It's a problem that could be solved with a little coaxing, but you insist on hiding here, gritting your teeth and sulking all by yourself. I don't know where your business acumen has gone.
In his view, Mu Yunniang clearly had genuine feelings for Situ Nanzhao, and this was just a girl throwing a tantrum, which had nothing to do with Chu Heng.
He tried to persuade her, but she just wouldn't listen. She felt that as a man, her word was her bond, and since she wanted to leave and he had agreed, she couldn't go back on her word.
Well, he better never go back on his word, because I can't be bothered with him anymore.
If that person really develops feelings for someone else in the future, his master will be crying. At that time, he can help by handing over a handkerchief, which can be considered as fulfilling his duty as a subordinate.
Situ Nanzhao had no idea that his subordinates were already badmouthing him in their minds. He rubbed his temples in annoyance, glanced at Li Chong, and after a moment's thought, said:
"You just said that Madam Shen handed over the fireworks business to Yunniang to manage, right?"
Upon hearing this, Li Chong immediately understood, but he didn't show it on his face, only replying seriously:
"Yes, they said that Miss Mu will also handle the handover work with us from now on."
"Um."
Situ Nanzhao gave a soft "hmm," then said with a serious expression:
"I understand. This fireworks business has just started, so we can't afford any mishaps. I'll personally take over the handover first."
Hearing this, Li Chong, fearing he might show an inappropriate expression, kept his head low, but still managed to echo:
“What Master says makes sense.”
He hesitated slightly after speaking, glanced at Situ Nanzhao's expression, and seeing that he was no longer so angry, continued:
"Master, the people from above have been here for several days now, and it's not good for them to stay out of the cold. Are you available now?"
"People above? What people above?"
Situ Nanzhao has been in a bad mood these past few days. When he gets angry, he doesn't give face to anyone, so Song Zhuxin's people have been unable to see him for several days.
Situ Nanzhao had forgotten about it, but Li Chong reminded him that something like that had happened a few days ago. However, at that time, Mu Yunniang had just asked him for his freedom, and he was in a bad mood and didn't want to see anyone.
Now that he thought about it, he asked with some doubt:
"Is the person still there? Did they leave without leaving a message?"
"No."
Li Chong shook his head and said, "He said he can only tell you after he sees you. I asked him if he was in a hurry, and he said it wasn't really urgent. He said he could wait if you had something to do, so I let him have his way."
Situ Nanzhao's interest was piqued upon hearing this:
"Alright, let him come over."
The messenger was Song Zhuxin's confidant and one of the people in charge of gathering information from all directions. His name was Jiang Liang, and Situ Nanzhao recognized him at a glance.
"What news is so important that it requires your personal visit?"
"Your subordinate greets Second Master."
After entering the room, Jiang Liang first bowed respectfully, then looked at Li Chong, who was standing next to Situ Nanzhao.
Upon seeing his words, Situ Nanzhao immediately understood his meaning.
He waved his hand dismissively, picked up his teacup, took a sip, and said, "We're all on the same side, so feel free to speak your mind."
"yes."
Jiang Liang quickly responded and then relayed the message Song Zhuxin had asked him to deliver:
"Second Master, the Lord of the Fortress asked me to tell you that the Miao people's 'Holy Maiden' has been found, and she is alive and well."
She is perfectly safe now, working under General Shen, and was brought to General Shen's side by General Shen's wife.
Upon hearing this, Situ Nanzhao's teacup swayed slightly, but quickly returned to normal.
He nodded slightly, his tone flat: "Yes, I understand."
Seeing that he stopped there after saying that, Jiang Liang continued to ask:
"The lord of the fortress said that if you want to see him, she can arrange it for you immediately, or you can stay in Jiangbei for a few more days, etc."
"No."
Situ Nanzhao refused outright, gently placing his teacup on the tea table and stating directly:
"I have nothing to do with him. As long as he's alive, that's enough. He seems to have good judgment and knows how to find a backer. He shouldn't die anytime soon by following Shen Muzhi, so let's leave it at that for now."
He looked at Li Chong and said:
"Go back and have someone tell the remaining Miao people that Lou Guyu is still alive. So they can help him when he needs them. I don't keep idle people with my money."
Jiang Liang was merely a messenger, so naturally he did whatever Situ Nanzhao said. As Situ Nanzhao's confidant, Li Chong was even more obedient.
Both responded simultaneously, and Jiang Liang, having finished speaking, was about to leave when he heard Situ Nanzhao ask in a very calm tone:
Still no news from my old man?
Although his tone was calm, his stiff back and taut jawline betrayed his true emotions.
Jiang Liang naturally knew who the "old thing" Situ Nanzhao was referring to was, and he lowered his head and honestly replied:
"No."
As he spoke, he secretly glanced up at Situ Nanzhao's face. Seeing that his expression was normal, he mustered his courage and tentatively said:
"Second Master, it's been over ten years. If the old master were still alive, he should have returned long ago. You... *slap*..."
Before Jiang Liang could finish speaking, a teacup flew towards him, landing right in front of him, followed by Situ Nanzhao's angry voice:
"Are you saying I should stop looking?"
Jiang Liang dared not speak at this moment and immediately knelt down to beg for forgiveness.
"I wouldn't dare; it was I who spoke out of turn."
Li Chong glanced at Jiang Liang speechlessly, thinking that this man was truly a brave man, saying things that even he himself dared not say.
Is this something you can just say casually? Not to mention that Situ Nanzhao wasn't in a good mood lately.
Well, they've walked right into the line of fire.
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